A shocking video has surfaced showing a man driving on a Bengaluru highway with at least three dogs precariously perched on the roof of his moving car. The incident, widely shared on social media, has drawn outrage, with many condemning the act as reckless and inhumane.
The video, posted by Karnataka Portfolio on X, captures the driver angrily responding when confronted about the dangerous act. The clip shows the car speeding along the highway, putting both the dogs and other road users at risk.
The post highlights that this isn’t an isolated incident; similar behavior was reportedly observed in Kalyan Nagar, raising concerns about repeated reckless acts.
Risks and Legal Implications
- The act poses significant safety hazards to:
- The animals, which could fall off the vehicle.
- Other motorists, potentially leading to accidents.
- It is a violation of animal safety laws and traffic regulations.
Public and Official Response
Social media users have called for immediate and stringent action. The viral post urges authorities to:
- Identify the driver involved.
- File an FIR against him.
- Seize the vehicle used in the incident.
- Impose strict legal consequences to deter such acts in the future.
This incident underscores the need for greater enforcement of animal safety and road traffic laws in Bengaluru. Authorities have yet to respond publicly, but growing public pressure may lead to swift action.
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